First Nationals of this season!

Getting everything set for our First Nationals of this season!  We are updating routines, getting new skills and working hard!  We are so proud of these athletes and have had so much fun this season!  We cannot wait to have a fun filled weekend with our athletes and all the parents at this competition!  Make sure everyone takes a ton of pictures!!

Liberty Pics

I am.....

I am a COACH

...to play by the Rules and the spirit of their intention. ...to respect; my athletes, other teams and event officials.

...to organize sportsmanship conduct for parents and participants. ...to make pursuit of victory more important than winning.

...to integrate positive life lessons on and off the mat.

...to see the big picture and exercise self control in adverse circumstances. ...to exemplify sportsmanlike conduct....to play by the Rules.

I will lead by example, demonstrating fair play and faith in event officials. I understand it is the spirit of the rules that protect the integrity of the sport and I will uphold that integrity with honor.

...to respect; my athletes, other teams and event officials.

I will put the emotional and physical well being of my athletes above all else, including any internal desire or external pressure to win. I understand that their safety is my primary concern. I will treat all other teams, and team members, with the utmost respect in every possible circumstance. I understand that the integrity of our sport is dependent on the ethical choices of its’ leaders, therefore I will not recruit from or maliciously take from any other company or program. I will behave within the event’s code of conduct, recognizing the authority of event officials and workers in every possible circumstance.

...to organize sportsmanship conduct for parents and participants.

I will make a stance for sportsmanship, setting expectations of participating with respect, competing with integrity, winning with character and loosing with dignity. I will organize a parent’s packet that clearly outlines the sportsmanship promise.

...to make pursuit of victory more important than winning.

I will teach that striving to win, rather than winning itself, is what is important in life. I understand that the integrity in which we perform and accept an award is a true gage of success. That it is a privilege to be recognized as the best, in a division or event.

...to integrate positive life lessons on and off the mat.

I will devote my energy to teaching life skills and cheerleading skills. I understand that the life lessons I give to my athletes will stay with them much longer than any medal or trophy.

...to see the big picture & exercise self control in adverse circumstances.

I will increase focus and intensity at practice rather than retaliation or blaming. I understand that I am responsible for my behavior, and I will not allow profanity, anger or disrespect to be a part of any of my interactions including social media and in person.

...to exemplify sportsmanlike conduct.

I will be a positive example and portray the character qualities I expect from my athletes. I understand that I am a leader and that every choice I make affects those who follow me. I will uphold the promise to the best of my abilities, and always work to improve myself, my team and my sport.

I am a I am an ATHLETE

...to play by the Rules. ...to respect; myself, my coach, other teams and event officials.

...to optimize my experience by meeting athletes from other gyms. ...to make pursuit of victory more important than winning.

... to interact, in person and on the internet, with integrity.

...to see the big picture and exercise self control in adverse circumstances. ...to exemplify sportsmanlike conduct.I

...to play by the Rules.

I will learn and obey the rules of my sport and train to perform routines within those guidelines.

...to respect; myself, my coach, other teams and event officials.

I will treat all other teams, and team members, with the utmost respect in every possible circumstance. I will respect myself enough to agree to train and compete with my safety and the safety of my teammates as eirst priority. I will behave within every Event’s code of conduct, recognizing the authority of event officials and workers in every possible circumstance. I will appreciate honest efforts that are made fairly in the quest of victory.

... to optimize my experience by meeting athletes from other gyms.

I understand that allstar cheerleading is the great opportunity to travel, meet athletes from other gyms, and learn to respect my competitors.

...to make pursuit of victory more important than winning.

I understand that winning isn’t everything, but rather my will to train to win that matters most. While victory shall be my expected goal, defeat is not a disgrace.

... to interact, in person and on the internet, with integrity.

I will not comment negatively about my opponents on any form of social media: facebook, youtube, message boards, etc. I understand that doing so reflects poorly upon the image of my sport, my program, and myself.

...to see the big picture & exercise self control in adverse circumstances.

I will increase focus and intensity at practice rather than retaliate or blame others. I understand that I am responsible for my behavior, and I will not allow profanity, anger or disrespect to be a part of any of my interactions. I will not allow the prospect of defeat to be an excuse for unethical or unsportsmanlike behavior.

...to exemplify sportsmanlike conduct.

I will be a positive role model on my team and within my community. I understand that I am a leader and that every choice I make affects those who follow me. I will uphold the promise to the best of my abilities, and always work to improve myself, my team, and my sport.

I am a PARENT

...to protect our athletes and sport.

...to respect the coaches, other teams and event officials. ...to offer my services when needed.

...to make pursuit of victory more important than winning.

...to interact, in person and on the internet, with integrity. ...to see the big picture and exercise self control in adverse circumstances.

...to exemplify sportsmanlike conduct....to protect our athletes and sport.

I will do my best to ensure the safety of our athletes by observing activities and report- ing unusual behavior to the appropriate authority.

...to respect the coaches, other teams and event officials.

I will treat all coaches, teams and parents with respect at all times. Even when I disagree with others’ decisions or comments, I will use self control in all discussions. I will behave within each Event’s code of conduct at all times.

...to offer my services when needed.

Whenever possible, I will volunteer to help my program and my sport. Whether I serve as a team parent or on an industry committee, I will use my skills and time to improve my program and sport.

...to make pursuit of victory more important than winning.

I will teach that striving to win, rather than winning itself, is what is important in life. I understand that the integrity with which we perform and accept an award is a true gauge of success. That it is a privilege to be recognized as the best; in a division or event.

...to interact, in person and on the internet, with integrity.

I will not comment negatively about my opponents on any form of social media: facebook, youtube, message boards, etc. Instead, I will seek to use social media in a positive manner whenever possible. I understand that commenting with integrity reflects positively upon the image of my sport, my program and myself.

...to see the big picture and exercise self control in adverse circumstances.

I understand that I am responsible for my behavior and I will lead by example. I will not allow profanity, anger or disrespect to be a part of any of my interactions especially at events

...to exemplify sportsmanlike conduct.

I will be a positive example for my athlete and my gym. I understand that as a parent, I am a role model for my athlete and the rest of the athletes in the gym. I will uphold the promise to the best of my abilities and always work to improve myself, my team and my sport.

I am a PARENT

First Practice Back after long break

Oh goodness!  Can you say they needed a good workout?  We stayed after for some more exercise.    So we made a lot of changes on all teams that came in tonight.  Pretty cool things going on.  I think they may have left beat down and tired but they will thank us when they are performing amazing routines at Nationals.

We got our dance costumes in and they are fabulous!  I am excited for our two dance teams to perform at their very first competition of the season in Galveston!  I can't wait for them to try on their costumes next week.  They will be so excited.  

Looking forward to seeing the rest of the teams but be ready to work it out. Practices were not easy this evening but the first practice after a break never is that easy!  We are ready to work and work hard.  We have faith in these kids and know it is going to be a great competition for the whole gym!

Also...we will be on a documentary: 

WFAA, ABC, Ch. 8

Airs: Saturday, January 5, 2013, 1am to 2am

Check us out!  We will be in a small part but the documentary as a whole is going to be great! It is about our sport and The Christmas Classic and the Spirit of Giving.  

Ethan Hallmark

Please pray for the Hallmark Family.  The cancer is back and we all need to stop what we are doing and pray.  The prayer requests are too many to even list. Just pray.  We know Our Lord is the TRUE PHYSICIAN and can heal Ethan.  Please pray for this precious family.

Shadoh's Cancer has come out of remission

Asking for prayers for this gorgeous young woman. Shadoh's cancer has come out of remission. She is beginning chemo again today, and must go through a bone marrow transplant. Shadoh also has a beautiful 3 month old son and he needs his mommy. Keep her and her family in your prayers! Jeremiah 29:11. ♥

2013 at Liberty

2013 will be a huge year for us.  We are looking forward to it.  I cannot tell you how many emotions we have about this new year.  This is our 7th season and it has been a great season so far.  We are entering into Nationals Season and are perfecting and changing routines to bring them to the National Championships we are attending.  We have really enjoyed this season so far.  We have such a great group of athletes.  We are the coaches and are often teaching them things....... a lot of times they teach us lessons.  That is what happens when you have great kids at your gym.  We have a job where we can come to work and spend it with these great kids that love the sport of cheerleading and kids who inspire us daily.  We discussed how inspired we were at the last competition by the kids in our program.

We had a long 2 week break for Christmas and we all spent this time with our families.  I spent every second with my husband and 3 kids.  We rested, we hung out and we enjoyed each others company.  I spent a lot of time rejuvenating from a long weekend competition week and rested my brain.  I needed to.  Today we conferenced together over the phone (the staff) and discussed our plans for Nationals.  We even made plans for the upcoming season starting in April.  We have never planned so big.  I am thankful for a staff that has such a passion for competitive cheer and dance.  At the last competition we attended I saw a staff who was so together and athletes who bonded in warm-up.  We are so blessed to be a part of something amazing.

Nationals is my favorite!  We all have our jobs with the teams and we all are on a mission.  I am so excited for all the parents to see the finished product of what these kids will accomplish!  I am also feeling very blessed to have the most amazing staff in the world.  My staff is family.  We are all very excited to get back in the gym!  I was flooded with the sweetest text messages throughout the break and I told my husband on Christmas that even though it can be the hardest most stressful job ever it is so worth it to make a difference in these kids' lives.  And I hope we are!!